Crowds flock to see skilful shearers

THERE was nothing sheepish about the crowds that flocked to the Buffers Alley GAA Grounds at Monamolin near Gorey, Co Wexford, to see some of the world’s top shearers in action over the weekend.

For they cheered on the Irish, who were competing against contenders from New Zealand, Australia, England, Wales, and Scotland.

The spectators hailed the action in the Clik Pour On national championship, a speed challenge and the first international test between Ireland and New Zealand.